As the list of cloud-based technologies continues to grow, it can be difficult for businesses to decide which one is best for them. Sometimes the concept of the cloud itself becomes confusing. The cloud simply refers to infrastructure and software that is sold over the Internet as a service.
"The cloud provider will have the actual infrastructure and servers which host services and applications from a remote location. In this way, their customers don't have to physically have the infrastructure, they can log on and access what they need without having to physically install anything," explains Richard Vester, director of cloud services at EOH, an IT solutions provider.
Utilizing the cloud is strategic, as it lets companies focus on their main business operations while leaving services to be managed by paid providers.
When deciding what cloud-based technology is right for a certain organization, it's best to consider devices that will give the most bang for their buck in terms of multiple applications. Fax over IP is a good example of this, as it can be utilized in many different fashions.
The main application for FoIP is obviously to send faxes, but the way in which they're sent and received is thoroughly modernized. Faxes are sent over the Internet and can be delivered to an email address or any cloud-enabled printer. FoIP service providers, like FaxCore, keep information stored in the cloud, so anything faxed becomes searchable data, eliminating the need for paper document storage. FaxCore maintains its own servers so businesses don't have to worry about managing a network or the hassle that comes along with it.
Transitioning to the cloud can take some time, but starting with familiar technology is an easy way to ease in to the change. Using a FoIP-enabled fax machine is the same as a traditional machine, but the benefits are exponentially greater.
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